Strawberry Crumble Chia Pudding (Print View)

Layers of creamy chia, macerated strawberries, and a crunchy oat-almond crumble—light, gluten-free, and easy to assemble.

# What You Need:

→ Chia Pudding

01 - 1⅔ cups almond milk (or preferred milk)
02 - ¼ cup chia seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Strawberry Layer

05 - 10.5 oz fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
06 - 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, adjusted to taste
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

→ Crumble Topping

08 - ½ cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
09 - ¼ cup almond flour
10 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
11 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
12 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
13 - Pinch of fine sea salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until fully combined. Let the mixture stand for 10 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until thick and pudding-like.
02 - Combine the chopped strawberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice in a bowl. Lightly mash with a fork to release the natural juices and create a chunky compote. Set aside or refrigerate until ready to assemble.
03 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a small bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt until evenly coated. Spread the mixture in a thin layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10–15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crisp. Allow to cool completely on the sheet.
04 - In serving glasses or jars, layer the chia pudding, strawberry mixture, and oat crumble. Repeat to create 2–3 distinct layers, finishing with a generous amount of crumble on top for a satisfying crunch.
05 - Serve immediately at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy. The assembled parfaits can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before the crumble softens.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The contrast of creamy pudding, jammy berries, and crunchy crumble makes every spoonful feel like three desserts in one.
  • You can prep every component ahead and assemble in minutes when friends drop by unexpectedly.
02 -
  • If you forget to whisk the chia seeds a second time after ten minutes, you will end up with a lumpy gelatinous mess that no amount of stirring can fully fix later.
  • The crumble loses its crunch after about four hours in the fridge, so store it separately in an airtight container if you are prepping ahead.
03 -
  • Make double the crumble and keep the extra in a jar on your counter for sprinkling over yogurt, ice cream, or just eating by the handful.
  • The chia pudding thickens more than you expect overnight, so stir in a splash of milk before serving if it feels too dense.

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